Tsunade After saying this, everyone present nodded at the same time.
"Then the question now is that Akatsuki. Should we recognize the actual leadership of Akatsuki?" Utatane Koharu said
"According to the news, this organization currently controls Land of Rain. But we know too little about them. I think we should establish contact first and see the other party's attitude before making a decision." Hiruzen Sarutobi took a puff of cigarette and said.
"Send a diplomatic mission directly?" someone suggested.
"Inappropriate." Another person shook his head, "The situation is chaotic now. If you enter a mission, you won't be able to tell if something goes wrong, and it's too formal. So we have to be more cautious. I think it's better to send someone to find out the other party's attitude first. After all, in the entire Shinobi World, our Konoha's attitude will directly determine the choices of some other countries."
Senju Chen lowered his head and took a sip of herbal tea, but did not participate in the discussion during the whole process.
Someone cleared their throat, "I remember that during the Shinobi World war, Minister Senju was in the Land of Rain overview operation. So what does Minister Senju think about this matter?"
Hearing someone say this, everyone present also looked at Senju Chen.
Third Hiruzen Sarutobi also looked directly at Senju Chen and asked, "Little Chen, what do you think about this matter?"
Senju Chen raised his head and looked at everyone present, "Actually, I don't have much opinion on this matter."
"Then do you know about this Akatsuki?" Utatane Koharu asked.
Senju Chen thought for a while, "We know each other."
"To what extent do you realize it?"
"Just... we know each other."
"Actually, my point of view is that I don't think Land of Rain is a big deal this time. Who will lead Land of Rain actually has nothing to do with us Konoha. Those who lean toward us will Keep them, and just call them if you don't like them. The worst they can do is replace them with another leader!!!" Senju Chen faced Konoha High Command who was present and directly said such a speech that shocked everyone.
"This... this is inappropriate!!!"
"Minister Senju, how can you say that!!!"
"If we do this, what will the whole Shinobi World think of us Konoha!!!"
"That's right, how can you say these words!!!"
"But Minister Senju seems to be right!"
"Yes, I also think that there is no need to spend so much time discussing a little Land of Rain. If you don't obey, you will be destroyed!!!"
"That's right, we didn't kill anyone before, we just scared away the Iwagakure bunch of losers!"
"..."
Most people present felt that what Senju Chen said so bluntly was inappropriate, but no one refuted what Senju Chen said was wrong.
Many people even looked at Senju Chen with admiration, which seemed to mean that the successors of our Konoha Hokage should be so domineering in the future.
Seeing this scene, Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed, Land of Rain is affiliated to the Shinobi World center, and is surrounded by three big countries, Land of Earth, Land of Wind, Land of Fire, and also border small countries like Land of Birds, Land of Rivers, Land of Waterfalls, but It can be said that Land of Rain has been a battleground for the military strategists of the entire Shinobi World since ancient times. Before that, "Demigod" Hanzo of the Salamander had always been in charge. The intimidation of one side, coupled with their other ninja villages, allowed Land of Rain to survive in the cracks of so many big countries, and also allowed these countries to regard Land of Rain as a buffer place for the battles between several big countries.
But now Hanzo of the Salamander suddenly died, which caused the surrounding countries to immediately start to take action.
"Little Chen, let me get it straight. Land of Rain Now we need someone who can represent Konoha's position and has a personal relationship with Xiao to confirm this relationship. You are the most suitable candidate."
The meaning of Hiruzen Sarutobi is that we know that you are related to Akatsuki of Land of Rain. This matter belongs to you, so don't refuse.
Hearing Third say this, everyone present looked at Senju Chen, and even Tsunade looked at his brother in surprise.
Does Minister Senju have such a long-term vision? Third Shinobi World War has had a personal relationship with this Akatsuki since then?
Senju Chen also looked at the old man Third Hiruzen Sarutobi a little speechless. Wasn't what I said before straightforward enough?
I go to Land of Rain?
Are you asking me to negotiate with myself?
Seeing everyone in the conference room looking at him, Senju Chen could only nod his head, "Okay, then I'll go there."
Recalling Senju Chen's previous remarks, Mitokado Homura immediately said, "But one thing is that you represent Konoha's position, not you personally--"
"Don't worry, Elder Homura, I'll talk to you and come back with a good result."
"No, what I mean is that you represent Konoha. Don't be too impulsive in what you say or do after you go." Mitokado Homura was afraid that Senju Chen would be misunderstood, so he quickly made his meaning clear.
"???"Am I just a reckless person in your mind?
But Senju Chen actually found that many people in the venue were nodding along subconsciously.
Hey! You are outrageous!!!
Land of Rain, the former Hanzō mansion.
Kakuzu leaned against the wall and fiddled with a golden coin in his hand, turning it over and over.
Suddenly a communication array lighted up. Kakuzu stepped forward and took off the communication scroll from the communication array. The scroll read:
"Konoha sent me to Land of Rain for diplomacy. You should be prepared to receive him. Also: remember to treat the Konoha envoy to a good meal when the time comes. After all, they have come all the way to negotiate, so they need to be treated with dignity."
Signature: Senju Chen.
Kakuzu put away the coins and looked at Hatake Sakumo, "He asked us to entertain him? And he also wanted to give him a grand ceremony? Is he serious?"
Hatake Sakumo looked at the scroll and said, "The boss is always serious about his work."
Kakuzu frowned, "Then Konoha envoy--"
"It's him he's talking about." Hatake Sakumo said.
"..."
Land of Water, Kirigakure, Mizukage's Office.
Kirisame Ryo (Senju Chen's clone) was leaning on Mizukage's chair, holding a report just sent back from Land of Rain in his hand.
Kirigakure, as one of the Shinobi World Five Great Shinobi Villages, is not suitable for this kind of thing.
"Lin, go and call Minister Mei Terumi." Senju Chen said to secretary Rin Nohara.
Lin did not wear the dark blue secretary uniform today, and changed into a Kirigakure diplomat's formal attire. A black high collar, with the silver badge of Land of Water pinned to the collar. Transformation Technique is still attached to her face, her facial features have been adjusted, her chin is pointed, and her eyebrow shape has also changed. She looks like a young female officer in her early twenties.
"Yes, Master Mizukage." Rin Nohara stood up and summoned "High Tower Teaching Director" Mei Terumi.
Utakata has been transferred to the Land of Waterfalls laboratory for "further training" by Senju Chen, because after this period of "friendly greetings" about everything, the "Six-Tails Saiken" in his body has been copied by Senju Chen using the system, so now there is no need for Utakata to follow him around all day long.
"Master Mizukage, Minister Mei Terumi is here."
There were footsteps outside the door, Rin Nohara opened the door and came in, followed by Mei Terumi.
Mei Terumi was wearing her usual blue robe, her hair was pulled up, and she looked as capable as an unsheathed sword.
"Sir Mizukage, you are looking for me." Mei Terumi spoke first.
"Hanzo of the Salamander is dead. Land of Rain has a new leader. Confirm the candidate with the Security Department (formerly Special Assassination Squad). You and Secretary Lin will lead the team and go together."